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Germany is mostly known for its beer and environmental friendliness, but did you know that the country boasts some of the worlds most famous inventions?
Johannes Gutenberg, Ferdinand Porsche, and Karl Benz are just a few of the famous engineers, inventors, and scientists who hail from Germany.
From everyday household items to lifesaving medical devices to luxury automobiles, these German inventors have created some of the most useful inventions, many of which are still used today.
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15+ Things You Didn't Know Were Invented in Germany

Germany is mostly known for its beer and environmental friendliness, but did you know that the country boasts some of the worlds most famous inventions?
Johannes Gutenberg, Ferdinand Porsche, and Karl Benz are just a few of the famous engineers, inventors, and scientists who hail from Germany.
From everyday household items to lifesaving medical devices to luxury automobiles, these German inventors have created some of the most useful inventions, many of which are still used today.

German Vocabulary List for Back to School

Are you planning on studying German this school year? Get a head start with this German vocabulary list created by German teacher Tyler S...
Its that time of year again when students in both the United States and Germany are getting back into the swing of things.
If you plan on studying Germany this year or youre already taking German lessons, the following German vocabulary list will be indispensable in your studies.
If you take the time to study school-related German vocabulary,

50+ Fun Facts About Germany You Didn't Know

Are you planning a trip to Germany? Twenty-five million people visit Germany each year to explore its picturesque scenery, quaint towns, and delicious foods.
From Berlin to Munich to Hamburg, there are a ton of German cities to explore. Whats more, Germany is home to some of the most spectacular celebrations and festivals, such as Oktoberfest and Carnival.
There are so many fun facts about Germany that its hard to even count. So weve narrowed it down to 50+ fun facts about Germany t

5 Most Common German Grammar Mistakes

Are you struggling to perfect your German grammar skills? When learning a new language, grammar is often the most difficult thing to master. Below, TakeLessons language teacher Tyler S. shares the five most common grammar mistakes to avoid...
Grammatical mistakes are an inevitable part of the learning a new language. We often make grammatical mistakes in our own native languages, but a few hiccups should never discourage you from learning a new language.
Below, we explore the five most

10 Reasons Why Learning to Speak German is Worth the Pain [Infographic]

People often say that German is one of the most difficult languages for English speakers to learnand theyre right! Learning how to speak German can be quite difficult, especially for those who arent yet fluent in other foreign languages.
So what makes learning German such a challenge? People are most intimidated by German grammar and pronunciation. Complex German cases and gender rules can easily trip up the most seasoned language learner.
Just because learning German can be challenging